discolored (디스**컬**러드) — having changed color, especially having become less bright or different from the original color due to age, damage, or staining
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having changed color, especially having become less bright or different from the original color due to age, damage, or staining
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪsˈkʌlərd/
Korean meaning: 변색된, 색이 바랜
Korean pronunciation: 디스**컬**러드
Example Sentences
- My white T-shirt became discolored after I accidentally washed it with my red socks.
- The dentist recommended whitening treatment for my discolored teeth caused by too much coffee.
- The chef threw away the discolored vegetables that had been sitting in the fridge for weeks.
discolored
ADJECTIVE//dɪsˈkʌlərd//
having changed color, especially having become less bright or different from the original color due to age, damage, or staining
The shop owner displays a discolored vintage shirt beside a new one
Though discolored by time, memories of being honored and favored remain!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'dis-' meaning 'away from' or 'opposite' combined with 'color' meaning 'hue' or 'appearance'. The word literally means to lose or change from the original color.
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📝Examples
“My white T-shirt became discolored after I accidentally washed it with my red socks.”
“The dentist recommended whitening treatment for my discolored teeth caused by too much coffee.”
“The chef threw away the discolored vegetables that had been sitting in the fridge for weeks.”
“My grandmother's wedding dress was beautifully preserved despite being slightly discolored with age.”
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